Best Places to Visit in Japan this Autumn
Autumn in Japan is by far my favourite time to travel, with the summer temperatures finally cooling down, and the landscapes across the country being completely transformed.
Is Osaka Worth Visiting in 2024?
It’s the third largest city in Japan, and famous the world over. But is Osaka worth visiting in 2024?
Everything You Need to Know Before Climbing Mt Fuji (Updated for 2024)
Climbing to the 3,776 metre summit of Mt Fuji was the one part of my Japan experience I had yet to complete – until now.
The Best Times to Visit Japan: A Month by Month Guide
From paradise-style beaches and untouched countryside to spiritual pilgrimages and dramatic volcanic landscapes, Japan has a lot to offer. Here are the best prefectures and months to experience it all.
Handmade in Kanazawa: 10 Unmissable Things to Do in Japan’s Craft Capital
Rich with history, Ishikawa Prefecture’s Kanazawa has a story to tell around every corner.
The Ultimate Two-Week Japan Itinerary for Intermediates
For the innately curious and open-minded travellers amongst us, the Golden Route won’t always cut it. Delve deeper into the historical and cultural side of Japan with this two week intermediate itinerary.
7 Places to Visit in Japan for Traditional Crafts
From Kitamoto Dyeing in Kyoto to glass blowing in Chiba, Japan has a rich history of traditional craftsmanship. We take a look at 7 of the best places in Japan to see them in action.
The Complete Guide to Cherry Blossom in Japan for 2024
Whether you’re looking for sakura-covered city streets, or wild cherry blossoms flanked by historic mountains in the countryside, this guide is your resource for designing the ultimate hanami itinerary.
The Art Lover’s Guide to Aomori Prefecture
Known globally for the Nebuta Matsuri, Aomori Prefecture plays host to a number of artistic landmarks including Aomori Museum of Art and the Ryue Nishizawa-designed, Towada Art Center.
Art in the Countryside: Echigo-Tsumari Art Field
Echigo-Tsumari Art Field seamlessly combines rural Japan with modern artistic expressions from both local and international artists.
Two Week Japan Itinerary: The Ultimate Guide for First-Timers
I want to help you experience the best Japan has to offer; a mix of big hitters and niche neighbourhoods, lesser-travelled destinations and unique cultural experiences.
The Complete Guide to Hiking the Kumano Kodo, Wakayama
Wander through the ancient pilgrimage trails of the Kumano Kodo, where nature, history and culture combine in the spiritual heartland of Japan.
6 Alternative Experiences for Your Next Trip to Kyoto
Beyond Kyoto’s well-trodden tourist trail lies a city filled with local curiosities, artisans and experiences found nowhere else on earth.
Indigenous Insights: UPOPOY National Ainu Museum
Whether you’re taking a road trip through Hokkaido or just passing through, the UPOPOY National Aunu Museum is an insight into Japan’s indigenous past.
Fukuoka Travel Guide: Everything You Need for a Trip to Kyushu’s Capital
Street food vendors draw crowds for their famous Hakata ramen, Shinto shrines celebrate modern day artworks, and a samurai mansion opens as ryokan hotel.
10 Places to Visit in Japan for Art & Architecture
From design hotels and creative living spaces to art islands and floating tea houses, Japan has so many unique places to experience art and architecture.
35 Days of Rain: The Ultimate Guide to Yakushima Island
A trip to Yakushima Island promises a different kind of adventure; think ancient forests wrapped in emerald-green moss and mystical waterfalls hidden amidst the mountains.
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Kickstart your Tokyo travel plans with my latest snapshot guide, featuring 10 of my favourite Tokyo Neighbourhoods. I’ll take you to some of my favourite hidden corners and offer a more thoughtful, slower way to appreciate Tokyo, away from the usual tourist traps.